Loading map...
NAY → JIC
Which side of the plane to sit from Beijing Nanyuan Airport (Beijing) to Jinchuan Airport (Jinchuan)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers a superior view of the dramatic transition from the North China Plain into the high-altitude Loess Plateau and the majestic, snow-capped Qilian Mountains during the final approach.
Search flights from NAY to JIC
Taihang Mountain Range
Dramatic jagged peaks and deep valleys marking the edge of the North China Plain shortly after takeoff.
Loess Plateau Terraces
The unique yellow-soiled landscape of Shaanxi and Gansu, featuring thousands of years of agricultural terracing.
Yellow River Ordos Loop
Glancing the southern curves of the mighty Yellow River as it carves through the arid landscape.
Qilian Mountains
Stunning views of the high-altitude peaks and glaciers that dominate the southern horizon near Jinchuan.
Sit on the left for morning flights to avoid direct glare while capturing the best lighting on the Qilian Mountains. As the plane descends into Jinchuan, watch for the striking contrast between the green oases and the surrounding arid mountains. This side is particularly beautiful in winter when the mountains are heavily snow-covered.
Get eSIMs for China
Get eSIMs for China
Great Wall Segments
Ancient Ming Dynasty fortifications snaking through the hills of northern Hebei and Inner Mongolia.
Tengger Desert
The golden expanse of one of China's largest deserts, featuring massive shifting sand dunes.
Helan Mountains
A sharp, isolated mountain ridge rising from the desert floor, serving as a natural barrier against sand.
Jinchuan Nickel Mines
The massive open-pit mining operations and industrial infrastructure of the 'Nickel Capital' during descent.
The right side is ideal for desert enthusiasts. Watch for the sharp transition from the green Yellow River irrigation zones to the stark sands of the Tengger Desert. Afternoon flights provide excellent shadows over the sand dunes, highlighting their texture. Keep an eye out for the massive industrial pits of Jinchuan just before landing.
Book Hotels in JinchuanDistance: 1,217 km (756 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 37 min
Departure: NAY (39.78279876708984, 116.38800048828124)
Arrival: JIC (38.5422222222, 102.348333333)
Route Type: Domestic
Thank you for booking your travels through our travel partners. The commissions from your bookings keep this site running.